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- Senate to review air conditioner and heat pump efficiencies. (Air).(U.S. Department of Energy )(Brief Article)
- The U.S. Department of Energy is expected to make a 20-percent increase in the efficiency of residential central air conditioners and heat pumps manufactured in 2006. The U.S. Department of Energy is expected to make a 20-percent increase in the efficiency of residential central...
- Research articles 2002-07-01
- DOE Proposes 20% Hike in Efficiency Standards for AC, Heat Pumps.(United States Department of Energy, new standard for central air conditioners and heat pumps)(Brief Article)
- WASHINGTON, DC -- The US Department of Energy DOE recently announced it would seek a 12/12 Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio SEER standard for central air conditioners and heat pumps. DOE officials said consumers would recoup the cost of the more WASHINGTON, DC -- The US...
- Research articles 2001-07-01
- Right-Size Heating and Cooling Equipment: The Correct Size Improves Comfort and Reduces Costs, Maintenance, and Energy Use
- Determining the correct size of residential heating and cooling equipment is key to achieving comfortable interior conditions temperature and humidity and saving on initial and operating costs. Size of cooling systems is particularly critical for optimal energy efficiency and comfort. Correctly sized equipment is especially important in humid climates, where...
- White papers 2002-01-01
- Central Heat Pump and Air Conditioner Installation
- This paper deals with proper installation of central heat pumps and air conditioners. Incorrect installation of central heat pumps and air conditioners leads to high electric bills, poor indoor comfort, and maintenance problems. Many studies have shown that heat pumps and air conditioners even new units are often improperly charged,...
- White papers 2003-02-01
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- ENERGY BOOST HIGHER COSTS AND CONSERVATION CONCERNS HELP DRIVE CELLULAR WINDOW SHADE SALES.
- ATLANTA-Windows are bigger; energy bills are higher. So manufacturers are promoting specialty window coverings to insulate against the cold in winter and heat in summer. According to U.S. Department of Energy statistics, almost 40 percent of a home's heat escapes through the window. Uncovered windows can...
- Research articles 2001-09-17
- Senate votes for 12 SEER; amendment to energy bill strikes 13 SEER language.(Statistical Data Included)
- WASHINGTON, DC -- In approving the Senate energy bill, legislators voted for an amendment eliminating language that would have increased central air conditioner and heat pump efficiency by 30% (13 SEER) and instead opted for the U.S. Department of En WASHINGTON, DC -- In approving the...
- Research articles 2002-05-06
- Energy Department Will Enforce 13 SEER Air Conditioner Standard
- WASHINGTON, April 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The Department of Energy DOE announced today that it will enforce a 13 seasonal energy efficiency rating or "SEER" standard for residential central air conditioners. This standard, which will apply to central air conditioners starting in January 2006, increases by 30 percent the...
- Research articles 2004-04-02
- It's Getting Hot in Here: The High-Stakes Debate Over Fuel Economy and Climate Standards
- Sometimes you have to read between the lines of public hearing testimony, and that’s never truer than in the high-stakes negotiations over fuel-economy and climate standards. Automotive Corporate Average Fuel Economy CAFE standards have been notoriously stagnant, barely changing for 20 years. But in May, automakers, the...
- Blog posts 2009-10-22
- General Motors announces Chevy Volt to get 230 MPG
- WARREN, Mich. - The Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle is expected to achieve city fuel economy of at least 230 miles per gallon, based on development testing using a draft EPA federal fuel economy methodology for labeling for plug-in electric vehicles. The Volt, which is scheduled to start production in...
- News items 2009-08-11
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